New Episode: The Science of Staying Buzzed

CraftBeerRepublic
Nov 19
2 min read

You know those moments when you’re trying to “pace yourself” at a concert and end up running your own half-drunk science experiment? Greg does. Flex is just here for the mustache compliments.

In this week’s episode, Greg rediscovers an old beer flame — Deschutes’ Black Butte Porter — and somehow turns it into a crash course on mouthfeel and emotional support beers. Flex goes full professor, breaking down the actual history of the porter, and yes, it’s surprisingly interesting for something born in 18th-century London.

Things don’t stay classy for long. The guys dig through a list of the top-rated IPAs in every state (some results are questionable at best), debate what belongs in your concert cup, and relive the glory and bruises of the mosh pit days. And because it wouldn’t be Craft Beer Republic without a little chaos, there’s also Booze News: Rogue Ales shuts down, 21st Amendment teases a comeback, and Congress decides it’s time to make sure fun stays illegal.

So grab something cold, maybe something dark, and join us for the latest round of nonsense and nostalgia.

🎧 Listen to “The Science of Staying Buzzed” now wherever you get your podcasts.

Beers We’re Drinking

Greg: Black Butte Porter – Deschutes BrewingRich chocolate, roasted malt, smooth as ever.

Flex: Evil Ways – Eagle Park BrewingHazy, juicy, and packed with Sultana and Citra hops.

Booze News Highlights

Rogue Ales calls it quits after nearly 30 years.
21st Amendment might not be gone after all.
Modelo rolls out Noche Especial for the holidays.
New Belgium’s Lauren Woods Limbach retires after shaping the U.S. sour scene.
And Congress finds one more way to ruin a good time.